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Sail in the Heart of the Gorge on the Classic Sloop ‘WyEast’
Heart of The Gorge Sailing logo and boat

By Mary Pellegrini

We are excited to announce our renewed Partnership with Heart of the Gorge Sailing

Sail in the Heart of the Gorge, on the beautiful classic sloop “WyEast”, in one of the most amazing places on earth. Our guests at the Old Parkdale Inn receive a 10% discount on select trips. When you book with us request a link to the Heart of the Gorge Sailing. The link sends you directly to their reservation page where the price will reflect the 10% discount.

Heart of The Gorge Sailing is an adventure on a private yacht, for groups up to 6 guests. Experience the power, beauty and romance of the Columbia River Gorge on these warm summer days. WyEast is moored in the Cascade Locks Marina, about 40 minutes from the Old Parkdale Inn and will set sail for the 2023 season Memorial Day Weekend.

Sail in, and with, the Heart of the Gorge After a hearty breakfast we’ll send you off with directions to Cascade Locks, the sailboat WyEast and suggestions for ‘after sailing’ in the Columbia River Gorge.

Create your own sailing adventure in the spectacular Columbia River Gorge!

  • Help sail the boat, Hoist the Sails, Trim the Sheets and Steer the boat
  • Or simply relax, take in the amazing scenery in the Gorge while enjoying the sensation of being on a sailing yacht
  • Nothing is better than sailing in the Gorge or Team Building with employees, family or your work team members
  • Learn how to sail with the USCG Master Licensed Captain and crew with 40 years+ of sailing and cruising experiences
  • Great For Small Romantic Weddings or photo shoots with the best backdrop in the Northwest
  • Perfect for: Marriage Proposals, Birthdays, Anniversaries and even Business Meetings

We’re taking reservations with our promise of a safe and great escape. Thank you for trusting us to be your home away from home. We’ve posted our Hospitality and Health Update on our website. Purchase a gift certificate for yourself or a loved one.

We invite you to read online reviews for the Old Parkdale Inn. And then we encourage you to go directly to our website and Book Direct: for all the right reasons.

Reserve your Stay Now

We’re your home base for exploring  and enjoying the Hood River Valley and beyond. After a full day, you’ll love the peace and tranquility of the Old Parkdale Inn. Relax in the gardens, perhaps with your favorite beverage, by the bonfire, roast some s’mores, weather permitting of course.

What’s to do

The Hood River Fruit Loop is located in the beautiful Hood River Valley at the foot of majestic Mt. Hood offering you a variety of wines, fruits, vegetables, flowers, ciders, and food. Many outdoor adventures, such as kayaking, windsurfing, skiing, snow boarding, and hiking, await. Mt. Hood Meadows, Cooper Spur Mountain Resort, and Timberline Ski areas are only a short drive away, as is the Columbia River Gorge and Mt. Hood National Forest where trails and wildlife abound.

Book your stay at the Old Parkdale Inn and take advantage of our partnerships for adventure discounts
Wet Planet Whitewater Adventures – ask us for a discount code: $10 each person on your raft adventure
Cascade Canyon Guide – request code for 10% off trips
Heart of the Gorge Sailing - request link for 10% select sails
Offers for our registered guests only and our guests must redeem during stay.

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Sail in the Heart of the Gorge on the Classic Sloop ‘WyEast’, Old Parkdale Inn

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4932 Baseline Dr, 

Mount Hood Parkdale, 

OR 97041, United States  

(541) 352-5551  parkdale@hoodriverlodging.com